If you’re looking for the best trucks in Malaysia on a budget, you’ve come to the right place. Four top-notch trucks are available in the market, with price ranges ranging from RM 128,000 to RM 150,000. Read on to find out more about each of these vehicles and how to find the best deal.
Vigus Pro
The Vigus Pro is an under-RM100k pickup truck with mechanical polish, though the cabin doesn’t have many features. Its front suspension has a double-wishbone design with a reinforced stabilizer bar, and its rear suspension is a solid axle with leaf springs. Regardless of the basic cabin appointments, the Vigus Pro is a decent alternative to a workhorse.
The Vigus Pro is a double-cab pickup truck with a diesel engine. It’s powered by a Ford-sourced 2.0L turbo engine with variable geometry. It puts out 141PS of power at 3,600 rpm. Other features include an Eaton-built rear differential lock and an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission with manual shift mode.
Ford Ranger
If you are looking for a good pickup truck with decent features but a low price tag, you can consider the Ford Ranger. Unlike the Triton, a luxury truck, the Ford Ranger is an everyday driver with a powerful turbodiesel engine. The price is RM 117,745 in Malaysia, which is less than half of the price of the Toyota Hilux 2.8L.
The Ford Ranger is powered by a 2.3-liter turbodiesel engine that offers excellent power and torque even at low rpm. The truck can sprint from zero to sixty mph in under seven seconds, and the automatic transmission is smooth. The only downfall is the dreadful lag that can be felt when downshifting. Still, the mileage is impressive, and the Ford Ranger earns an EPA-estimated 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. However, if you opt for the Ford Ranger’s optional four-wheel-drive, this figure drops to 19 mpg city/highway.
Toyota Hilux
If you are looking for a best trucks in Malaysia, the Toyota Hilux is a great choice. The double cab variants feature automatic transmissions and are available for RM 111,880. The 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine makes it a powerful truck. Its snarling front grille and chunky black plastic over the fenders make it a formidable opponent.
In Malaysia, the Toyota Hilux is the de facto pickup truck. It has a long history in the commercial vehicle segment and has a reputation for dependability and versatility. The fully-loaded Invincible trim level has decent interior finishes and is comfortable to drive. Overall, it is a well-rounded pickup truck that’s easier to live with than its rivals.
Isuzu D-Max
Isuzu Malaysia expects D-Max to break its own sales record this year.
The new D-Max was completely redesigned by Isuzu engineers to offer a more refined and comfortable vehicle. The X-Terrain version adds a sportier look and features like LED projector headlamps, automatic aerofoil wipers, and an integrated windshield washer. The design was inspired by the wind tunnel used by the Japanese Shinkansen bullet train.